b'Although not an all-inclusive list, theDISCLAIMER: precaution for the health and safety of tips listed above are provided as an aid toThis tip sheet provides some guidance onworkers. The user(s) must refer to such being compliant with the manufacturerswhat general considerations are necessary toprovisions in the applicable legislation. recommendations and the regulationsbe able to exercise appropriate duty of careFurther, the information provided is that govern the use of MCWPs. It is theobligations. As equipment differs, complybelieved to be accurate as of the date of users responsibility to know and followwith the instructions and procedures ofpublication. In the event of conflict between the manufacturers recommendations andthe MCWP supplier and manufacturer(s).the tip sheet and all applicable legislation, local regulations to ensure the safety of theAs field conditions vary and are beyondincluding the Occupational Health and people working on and near the MCWP.the control of the Access Association ofSafety Act and its regulations, such Failure to do so may result in death orCanada and Mast Climbing Work Platformlegislation shall supersede and govern. The serious injury! Committee, safe and proper use of the 1 Mast Climbing Work Platform is the soleAccess Association of Canada expresslyMajor Repairs: Repairs that if improperlyresponsibility of the employer and users.disclaims all liability as to any results done, might appreciably affect balance,The tip sheet provides information onobtained or arising from any use of the structural strength, performance, powermethods of safe use but does not purportproduct or reliance on such information. supply, load-bearing characteristics or otherto be all-inclusive, or to supplant or replaceThe ownership of the copyright for this qualities affecting safety and performanceany manufacturer or other safety andguide belongs to the Access Association aspects, which could lead to unsafe use. precautionary measures. ofCanada.2Quarantine Area: An area where damaged,The information contained herein is to be incomplete or under-performing componentsused as a guide and not intended to replace are stored while waiting on manufacturerslegislative requirements with respect to the ACCESS ASSOCIATION OF CANADA (AAC) confirmation on whether they can be 1650 Yonge St, Unit 302 | Toronto | ON | M41 2A2proper use, installation or maintenance info@accessassociation.comrepaired or require replacement. of Mast Climbing Work Platforms, nor www.accessassociation.caIF YOU DO NOT UNDERSTAND THESEthe general obligations of parties under GUIDELINES, ASK YOUR SUPERVISORapplicable occupational health and FOR CLARIFICATION. safety legislation to take every reasonableBECOME A MEMBERV 1.0 [EFFECTIVE MAR 2025] Quality & TrustedMAST CLIMBING WORK PLATFORMS (MCWP)DUTY OF CARE PUBLISHED BY THE ACCESS ASSOCIATION OF CANADA (AAC) Ready Scaffolding.Mast Climbing Work Platforms (MCWP) owners and users have responsibilities under Occupational Our high-quality scaffold, shoring and custom access platforms areSafety and Health Administration (OSHA), American National Standards Institute (ANSI), and Canadian trusted on some of the largest landmark projects to smaller, morerestricted job sites.Standards Association (CSA) and other local authorities. It is the owners and users responsibility to Quality and trust is something you cannot put a price on. know and follow the requirements of the standards, regulations for your local market as well as follow Those who know understand that our cost-effective the manufacturers Operators/Owners Instruction Manual.products and timely service is the right mix of value for your business.Call us for a better scaffold supplyBelow are Tips to aid you in fulfilling these responsibilities: www.thetops.caQualified Service/Maintenance StaffTORONTO | HQ QUBEC CITYIs your staff qualified and are they carrying out USER or OWNER required inspections: -daily/pre-use inspections? -weekly inspections (if required)? -frequent (3 month) Inspectionsfor all structural components? -preventive maintenance (that are in line with the manufacturers service recommendations)?ACCESS CANADA FALL/WINTER 2024/2025 13-annual inspectionsfor all structural components (plus for the first NDT after 10 years, then every 5 years thereafter)?Record KeepingAs an owner, do you have a history file for each MCWP, containing:-the last 5 years of annual inspections (and all training documentation for the same period)? -the required frequent inspections since the last annual inspection?-detailsofanymajorrepairs1,includingmanufacturersinstructionsorauthorizationfor repairs? -details of structural repairs and including manufacturers instructions and authorization for the repairs?Component Control Do you have identified areas in the yard for:-ready equipment -equipment for repair -scrap/disposal area -quarantine area2 -NDT inspection areaOperational ProceduresIs your staff;-conducting pre-delivery inspections? -conducting job site hazard assessments?-usingMethodStatementstoensure installation anddismantle proceduresspecifictoeach installation are being followed?-usinginstallationdrawingstocommunicatethetieinandverticalloadsimposedonthe supporting structure to the EOR to confirm structure will support the imposed loads-completing hand-over paperwork before turning the equipment over for use? 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